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Will information about my needs be treated confidentially?

Yes. It will only be shown to others who need to know in connection with your education in accordance with the Data Protection Act.

How will support be provided?

Support is provided in different ways, including dyslexia tutors, visual and hearing specialists and signers, advocacy, mentoring support for students with Aspergers, notetakers and learning support assistants. You may need:

Specialist support

Help 'on programme' within the group

Extra 1:1 sessions

Mentoring

Special equipment

Adaptation of materials.

I have to follow a special diet. What do I do?

Contact the Catering Manager to discuss your requirements or to find out more information about ingredients and alternatives.

Guildford College FoodZone Tel: 01483 44 85 80

Merrist Wood College food outlets Tel: 01483 88 40 15

Farnham Sixth Form College Revitalise Tel: 01252 74 05 19

What is the College's policy on equal opportunities?

The Guildford College Group (comprising Guildford College, Merrist Wood College and Farnham Sixth Form College) passionately believes in equality of opportunity for all and is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for students and staff. In accordance with the Equality Act 2010, the College encourages and supports a society in which:

People’s ability to achieve their potential is not limited by prejudice or discrimination

There is respect for and protection of the dignity and worth of each individual

Each individual has an equal opportunity to participate in education and training

There is mutual respect between groups based on understanding and valuing of diversity and on shared respect for equality and human rights

Everyone is treated fairly with regard to procedures, assessments and choices and encouraged to achieve their learning aims.

I have mobility problems. Will I be able to get around the College easily?

At Guildford and Farnham Sixth Form Colleges there are lifts to upper floors. At Merrist Wood College all teaching is carried out at ground floor level. All Colleges have accessible toilets. Please contact us if you have an access issue so that we can be prepared and help to support you:

Guildford College Tel: 01483 87 17

Merrist Wood College Tel: 01483 88 40 17

Farnham Sixth Form College Tel: 01252 74 05 82

Is additional support provided?

Yes. There is funding for certain students to access the Additional Support Team. ALS provides support for a variety of learning difficulties and/or disabilities. Please let us know any support needs you have before coming to the College or applying for a course. You will be assessed for eligibility. For more information:

Guildford College Tel: 01483 44 87 17

Merrist Wood College Tel: 01483 88 40 17

Farnham Sixth Form College Tel: 01252 74 05 82

Can I have special arrangements for exams?

Yes. This could be in the form of extra time, use of a word processor, a scribe, modified exam papers, rest breaks, a separate room or someone to read the paper to you. The College must provide evidence that this is necessary and you may need to be assessed. Let us know as soon as possible so that we can request concessions with the appropriate exam board.